Recruiting
Ready to Join One of the Top Senior Rugby Programs in the Country?
The Chicago Lions Rugby Club is an elite Division 1 rugby program, and our experienced coaches are ready to help you reach your highest potential. If you're looking for a way to take your game to the next level, join us now and get recruited into one of the best rugby programs in the country!
Find the Right Fit For You
At the Chicago Lions Rugby Club, we provide our athletes with an excellent opportunity to excel in the game of rugby. Our experienced coaches and staff will help you find the right fit for your talents and abilities. From finding the best competition for your skill level to giving feedback on how to get better, our team of professionals is dedicated to helping you succeed. Join us now and become a part of one of the top senior rugby programs in the country!
Develop Your Skills
At the Chicago Lions, we understand that to succeed in rugby, you must develop and commit to improvement both on and off the field. Our experienced coaching staff will help guide you as you work to build self-confidence, work on mental focus, and game strategy. As well as improve your on-field techniques such as passing, catching, breakaways, decision-making, and tackling. With the right approach to training and coaching from our staff – you can confidently take your game to the next level.
Why Join the Lions?
Decades of Excellence
Since its creation in 1964, the Chicago Lions have established a legacy of excellence. As one of the most successful rugby programs in the U.S., we’ve accrued countless Midwest Championships and, most recently, won a Division 1 Sevens National Championship in 2021.
Our Platform
The Chicago Lions are an established rugby club that helps players to reach their fullest potential. Many of the players from the Lions have gone on to join Major League Rugby, Premier Rugby 7s, and have become capped Eagles. With the support and guidance from the Lions, anyone can find themselves achieving their aspirations on the pitch.
Expert Staff
We are committed to providing our players with the expert support staff they need to develop and grow as athletes. With coaches, strength and conditioning specialists, and medical trainers all on hand, members of the Chicago Lions have access to the ultimate resources for growing as a player.
Want to Play For Our Women's Senior Side?
The Chicago Lions Women's Rugby team offers experienced players the opportunity to test their skills and push themselves to the next level. In 2021, the Lions earned Midwest Champion status and have proven themselves a formidable force both regionally and nationally. With excellent coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and incredible support from fans across the Midwest, team members can look forward to growing and developing their abilities in an atmosphere that promotes excellence on and off the field. Join the Chicago Lions now!
Interested In Joining Our Men's Senior Program?
If you're ready to join one of the country's top senior rugby programs, look no further than our Senior Men’s Division 1 team. Our experienced and knowledgeable coaches are dedicated to helping you reach your highest potential and take your game to the next level. Making this the ideal environment to improve your game. Join us now and get ready to make some history!
Get in Touch With the Chicago Lions Today
The Chicago Lions rugby team has a proud tradition of excellence and plays with an unparalleled level of intensity on the pitch. If you believe that you have what it takes to don the black jersey and represent this talented squad, we want to hear from you! Playing for the Lions comes with a special responsibility, as our athletes must not only strive for their own individual goals but also show commitment to their community, alums, and fellow teammates. Embrace the challenge by taking part in one of the greatest rugby programs in the country!